1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1978 Holden Sunbird is newer by 16 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 898 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird. 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 (582 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | DeVille | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |
