1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 50 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 3398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3270 mm |
