1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1960 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 608 kg more than 1951 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | 62 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3800 mm |
