1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 62 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 745 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 2013 GMC Yukon is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | 62 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1927 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2946 mm |
