1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1962 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 110 kg more than 1949 Austin A 110. 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 110 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 82 L |
