1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 53 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 613 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Altima 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 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |
