1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 48 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
