1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 693 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Sixty | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | Sixty | P4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |