1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 7 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 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 615 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DeVille | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
