1991 Buick Reatta vs. 1951 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1991 Buick Reatta is newer by 40 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, 1991 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 Buick Reatta.
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, 1991 Buick Reatta, 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) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 1951 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Reatta | 62 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
