1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 564 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | 62 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |