1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 49 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2008 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 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 135 L |
