1988 Buick Estate vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1988 Buick Estate is newer by 26 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1988 Buick Estate. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Estate. (435 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Estate | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Estate | 62 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 582 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |