1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 31 kg more than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | 62 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |