1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1968 Dodge Coronet is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 765 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Sixty | Coronet |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 293 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |