1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac 62.
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:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3560 mm |
