1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 54 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 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | 62 | Viper |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 8284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |