1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 50 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 78 kg more than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | Sixty | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 352 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2916 mm |