1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 285 kg more than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Sixty | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
