1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2010 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Scenic 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 950 kg more than 2010 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Cadillac Sixty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Cadillac Sixty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2010 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Sixty | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |
