1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 6 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 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 60 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (582 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | DeVille | Toronado |
Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 582 Nm | 645 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 2118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |