1987 Buick Regal vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 25 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, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 479 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (489 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Regal | 62 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
