1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 50 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, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 906 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Versa, 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Versa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
