1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 42 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. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
