1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 38 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 952 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (454 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |
