1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 9 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 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 111 kg more than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (403 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Sixty | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |
