1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 12 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 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 Honda Legend, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2920 mm |
