1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 34 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | 62 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
