1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 497 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 1951 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
