1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1965 NSU 1200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1419 kg more than 1965 NSU 1200.
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 Sixty (582 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Sixty | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | NSU |
| Model | Sixty | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
