1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 46 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
