1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 13 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, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville.
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:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1974 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | DeVille | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
