1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 50 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 461 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.
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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Sixty | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 119 L |