1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 58 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 25 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 491 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva, 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
