1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 594 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. (574 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | DeVille | Corvette |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 574 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |