1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1973 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 22 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | 62 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1951 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |