1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1968 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | DeVille | Sports |
Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 860 cc |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2160 mm |