1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2005 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Toyota Soarer 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 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Toyota Soarer.
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, 2005 Toyota Soarer, 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Soarer. (430 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2005 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Sixty | Soarer |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 430 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |