1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 44 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (342 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | 62 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
