1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 44 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 1995 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. 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, 1995 Rover 200, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | 62 | 200 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |