1960 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1974 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 539 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
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:
| 1960 Cadillac DeVille | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | DeVille | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
