1947 Cadillac 62 vs. 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,675 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Cadillac 62 | 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | 62 | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1947 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5675 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 169 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1206 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2480 mm |