1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 730 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Cadillac Sixty.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Sixty | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 699 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 67 L |