1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (376 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1681 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 180 L |
