1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 45 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 356 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango 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, 2008 Dodge Durango 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Sixty | Durango |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 102 L |
