1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 993 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | 62 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
