1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1963 Nissan Cedric is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
