1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara 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 22 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 53 kg more than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Because 2007 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | 62 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
