1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 61 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Megane.
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, 2012 Renault Megane, 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | 62 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2690 mm |
