1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2012 Nissan NP300

To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 50 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 605 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300.

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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Cadillac Sixty 2012 Nissan NP300
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model Sixty NP300
Year Released 1962 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6388 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 112 HP
Torque 582 Nm 169 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2135 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 75 L


 

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