1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2003 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2003 Eagle Talon is newer by 52 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, 2003 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2003 Eagle Talon.
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, 2003 Eagle Talon, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2003 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Eagle |
| Model | 62 | Talon |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
