1949 Cadillac 62 vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Nissan Silvia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1983 Nissan 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:
1949 Cadillac 62 | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | 62 | Silvia |
Year Released | 1949 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5425 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 133 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |