1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 932 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | 62 | Golf |
Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |