1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 49 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 45 kg more than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Cadillac Sixty.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Sixty | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 699 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |