1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1991 Toyota Camry

To start off, 1991 Toyota Camry is newer by 30 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 959 kg more than 1991 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1961 Cadillac Sixty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Cadillac Sixty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Cadillac Sixty 1991 Toyota Camry
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Sixty Camry
Year Released 1961 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6388 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 582 Nm 171 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.4 mm 89 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2165 kg 1206 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2610 mm


 

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