1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 49 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, 2010 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (677 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (582 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | X5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
