1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 46 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 403 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (759 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (582 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |
