1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Sixty | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 260 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2280 mm |