1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 624 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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 Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Eldorado | Z |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4405 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |