1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 910 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR T 350. (391 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | 62 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
