1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 43 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 758 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Sixty | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sixty | GTI |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
