1953 Buick 40 vs. 1993 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 1953 Buick 40 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 1953 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 1993 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | 40 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 4892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2820 mm |
