1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1974 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 23 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 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Sedan.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. (356 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1974 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | 62 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2930 mm |
