1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra.
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, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | 62 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
