1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (285 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
