1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum 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 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Opel Signum.
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, 2005 Opel Signum, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | 62 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
