1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Sixty | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 367 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |