1958 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1967 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,474 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac DeVille. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 465 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Caprice.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac DeVille | 1967 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 6474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |
