1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (280 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | 62 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
