1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1995 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1995 Nissan Skyline is newer by 34 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1995 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1961 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Skyline. (367 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1995 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
