1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1962 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1948 Simca 8.
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, 1962 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Sixty | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Sixty | 8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
