1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 981 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Cadillac | Proton |
| Model | 62 | Satria |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
