1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 55 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 398 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2690 mm |
