1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1960 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 48 kg more than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
