1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 369 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 62 (582 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (319 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LeSabre | 62 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
