1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 6 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 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 550 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (529 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Sixty | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
