2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 45 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac XLR. (561 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | XLR | 62 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
