1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen W12 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 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 804 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen W12. (335 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | 62 | W12 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
