1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1978 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1978 Ford Cougar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Sixty 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 655 kg more than 1978 Ford Cougar.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Sixty | 1978 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Sixty | Cougar |
Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |