1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 48 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 59 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
