1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1962 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1307 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 54 L |
