1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 990 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Cadillac | SSC |
| Model | 62 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
