1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder.
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 DeVille (590 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. (390 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | DeVille | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 390 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |