1958 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1968 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1968 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,954 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (288 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 Cadillac DeVille.
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 Sixty | 1968 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Sixty | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 6954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 3300 mm |
