1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | 62 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 79.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
