1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 235 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Catera | Corvette |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |