1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
Because 2005 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
