1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
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 Saab 05-Sep, 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | 62 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
