1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima 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 Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 508 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Maxima |
| 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 | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 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 | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1859 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |
