1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 49 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, 2011 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2011 Buick Regal.
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, 2011 Buick Regal, 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (349 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | 62 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
