1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon (387 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Falcon. (520 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Sixty | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 387 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
