1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1961 Cadillac 62 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 831 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | 62 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |
