1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 38 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1955 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
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 | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Cadillac | Italdesign |
| Model | 62 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2610 mm |
