1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z

To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 48 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.

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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Cadillac 62 2010 Nissan 370Z
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model 62 370Z
Year Released 1962 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 332 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 582 Nm 366 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2140 kg 1586 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4247 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1326 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 72 L


 

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