2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 888 kg more than 1962 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 STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | STS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2540 mm |
