1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 41 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 Cadillac Sixty.
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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Sixty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Sixty | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Sixty | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 454 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
