1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 43 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 566 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 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Sixty | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 117 L |
