1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 56 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 158 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.
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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | 62 | 300 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3060 mm |