2000 Audi TT vs. 1961 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 39 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, 2000 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 690 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
Because 1961 Cadillac Sixty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Cadillac Sixty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (286 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1961 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | TT | Sixty |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3300 mm |
