1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Eldorado | Camaro |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 572 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 754 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |