1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 1962 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (245 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | 62 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
