1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 1961 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1957 Volvo 120. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | DeVille | 120 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
