1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 McLaren F1
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 is newer by 42 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, 2004 McLaren F1 (619 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 970 kg more than 2004 McLaren F1.
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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2004 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Cadillac | McLaren |
| Model | 62 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 619 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
