1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 52 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 92 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.
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.
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1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | DeVille | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |