1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 50 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
