1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 10 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 685 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (501 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DeVille | 600 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3910 mm |
