1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 37 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (270 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2000 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Sixty | Catera |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |