1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 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. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 646 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2000 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotec |
| Model | 62 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
