1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 43 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | 62 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
