1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300, 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | 62 | 300 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 5652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3050 mm |