1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1991 Alpine A 610 is newer by 29 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1991 Alpine A 610.
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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine A 610 | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | A 610 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
