1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 57 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, 2008 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Because 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2008 Ford Maverick 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
