1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 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 11 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 655 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (271 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DeVille | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
