1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler 300. (479 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | 62 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1609 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |
