1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (480 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2774 mm |
