1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 384 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Sixty | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
