1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 35 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 29 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 706 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar. 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, 1998 Ford Cougar, 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Sixty | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
