1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 41 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 447 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.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (475 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Sixty | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 106 L |
