1960 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Viper is newer by 39 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Viper.
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 | 1999 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | DeVille | Viper |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
