1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2011 Infiniti M.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti M. (366 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | 62 | M |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
