1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 47 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, 2009 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 802 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Honda Civic, 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (194 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
