1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP) has 244 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1218 kg more than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | 62 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 583 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |