1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 48 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
