1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, 1970 GAZ 24 is newer by 7 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 112 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 725 kg more than 1970 GAZ 24. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Cadillac | GAZ |
| Model | Sixty | 24 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
