1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1981 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 208 is newer by 20 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 (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 780 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208. 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:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1981 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | DeVille | 208 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |
