1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 864 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Sixty | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 454 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 98 L |