2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (264 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | CTS | 62 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 582 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |