1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 12 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 134 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 585 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Granada |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |
