1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | 62 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |