1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 929 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Cadillac Sixty 2007 Volkswagen Golf
Make Cadillac Volkswagen
Model Sixty Golf
Year Released 1961 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6388 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 582 Nm 240 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.4 mm 75.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2165 kg 1236 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2580 mm


 

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