1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1969 Toyota Crown 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 110 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 710 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Crown |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 200 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
