1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1994 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 31 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 583 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper.
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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Cadillac Sixty.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1994 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Sixty | Viper |
Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 7988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 620 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |