1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 597 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1961 Cadillac DeVille is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (285 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
