1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 405 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora.
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 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sixty | Aurora |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |