1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 645 kg more than 1962 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (559 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
