1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 45 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 617 kg more than 2007 Dodge Viper.
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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 62 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
