1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | 62 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3090 mm |