1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 33 kg more than 1951 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | C |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 68.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
