1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 668 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1962 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 1962 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
