1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1962 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | 62 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
