1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 16 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 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, 2008 GMC Acadia, 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Sixty | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |
