1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 50 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 395 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1962 Cadillac Sixty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Cadillac Sixty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Sixty | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Sixty | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
