1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 43 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra.
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, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (301 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Sixty | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2840 mm |
