1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 1966 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1966 Ford Cortina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,671 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Cadillac 60 | 1966 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | 60 | Cortina |
Year Released | 1942 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5671 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2500 mm |