1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 47 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 773 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Sixty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Sixty | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Sixty | Ram |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 132 L |
