1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 47 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 493 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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.
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1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | DeVille | Lumina |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 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 | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |