1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 59 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 164 kg more than 1951 Cadillac 62. 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX, 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | 62 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2807 mm |
