1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 635 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac Sixty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Sixty | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
