1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 47 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, 2010 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 496 kg more than 2010 Ford Fusion.
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, 2010 Ford Fusion, 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Sixty | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3500 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 | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
