1969 Buick GS vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1969 Buick GS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1969 Buick GS.
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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (498 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | GS | 62 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
