1958 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 417 kg more than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1958 Cadillac Sixty | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Sixty | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 3023 mm |
