1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 37 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
