2005 Acura MDX vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | MDX | 62 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
