1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 169 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 933 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | 62 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |