1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 42 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 89 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 2005 Ford Focus, 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (245 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Sixty | Focus |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
