1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 749 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
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 Volkswagen GTI, 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sixty | GTI |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
