1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1986 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 35 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 20 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1986 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1986 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | 62 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
