1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
Because 1951 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2840 mm |
