1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille.
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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DeVille | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1453 mm |
