1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 40 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1962 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | 62 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
