2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1960 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 646 kg more than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1960 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 1960 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LaCrosse | 62 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3310 mm |
