1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1968 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1968 Maserati Indy is newer by 7 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, 1968 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1968 Maserati Indy.
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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Indy. (367 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac 62 | 1968 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | 62 | Indy |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 367 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |