1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (302 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 345 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Cadillac Sixty.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Sixty | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 108 L |