1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | 62 | 911 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2360 mm |