1960 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 49 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 478 kg more than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | DeVille | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |
