1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille 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 134 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 663 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DeVille | 240 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
