2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1962 Cadillac Sixty
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 502 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Sixty. (582 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Sixty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1962 Cadillac Sixty | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Blackhawk | Sixty |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3300 mm |
