1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 73 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 62 | SL |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
