1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 51 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 105 kg more than 1962 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (515 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | 62 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2895 mm |
