1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Cadillac | Italdesign |
| Model | 62 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
