1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 768 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 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 62 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 4080 mm |
