1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 52 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 236 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (536 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Sixty | CHARGER |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 536 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3052 mm |