1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 46 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 551 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
Because 1962 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (286 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | 62 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
