1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 51 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 20 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 729 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
