1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 62 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 5883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 119.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 17.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3580 mm |
