1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Armada. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 434 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | 62 | Armada |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 105 L |