1971 AC 428 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1971 AC 428 is newer by 10 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1971 AC 428.
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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | 428 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3300 mm |
