1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Cadillac Sixty 2009 Cadillac CTS
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model Sixty CTS
Year Released 1963 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 3599 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 582 Nm 343 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2125 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 5670 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 68 L


 

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