2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 711 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac STS (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | STS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
