1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTD 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 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen GTD.
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, 2011 Volkswagen GTD, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | 62 | GTD |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2578 mm |
