1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 985 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Cadillac Sixty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Cadillac Sixty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Xedos |
| Model | Sixty | 6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
