1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 49 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 185 kg more than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Sierra. (565 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Sixty | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3645 mm |
