1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450.
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, 1962 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Sixty | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sixty | 450 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
