1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 52 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac 62. (582 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 74 L |
