1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 60 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 208 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 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 62 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3560 mm |
