1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | SL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
