1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 27 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 435 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL. (267 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sixty | SL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
