1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 47 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 31 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Sixty | Element |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
