1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 46 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, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 747 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (286 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Sixty | Accord |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 286 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |