1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Seville. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 213 kg more than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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. 1959 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1987 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3200 mm |
