1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
