1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 969 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 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3100 mm |
