1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 102 kg more than 1951 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | S |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3090 mm |
