1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1964 Toyota Publica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1478 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. 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 (582 Nm) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | DeVille | Publica |
Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 54 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |