1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 49 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 59 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 672 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira. 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, 2000 Opel Zafira, 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) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | 62 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
