1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 1974 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1974 Nissan Laurel is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1974 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1955 Cadillac 62 | 1974 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2680 mm |
