1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 407 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Sixty | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3250 mm |
