1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 48 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (498 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Sixty | Yukon |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 498 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |