1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 51 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander, 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
