1978 Buick Century vs. 1961 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 735 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Century | 1961 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Century | Sixty |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3213 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3300 mm |
