1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 54 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, both vehicles can yield 325 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 473 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2013 Infiniti G has manual transmission. 2013 Infiniti G 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 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | 62 | G |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
