1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2001 TVR Tamora is newer by 39 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, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2001 TVR Tamora.
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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Tamora. (393 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | 62 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |
