1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 45 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 625 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (385 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Sixty | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
