2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 48 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2009 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 790 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Bugatti Veyron.
Because 2009 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm) has 668 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Cadillac |
| Model | Veyron | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
