2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 45 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), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 708 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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DTS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 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 | 275 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2540 mm |
