1958 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1996 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:
| 1958 Cadillac Sixty | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Cadillac | Italdesign |
| Model | Sixty | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2610 mm |
