1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3110 mm |
