2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1972 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 438 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 1972 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DTS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
