1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1992 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 41 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper.
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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 1992 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | 62 | Viper |
Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |