1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 53 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 258 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.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana 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) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | 62 | Montana |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3050 mm |
