1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory.
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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Territory |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
