1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 44 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 225 kg more than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sixty | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3310 mm |
