1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 265 kg more than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (448 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sixty | Express |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3440 mm |
