1966 Vauxhall Viscount vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 2013 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1966 Vauxhall Viscount has manual transmission. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Cadillac |
| Model | Viscount | SRX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2807 mm |
