1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus
To start off, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus is newer by 17 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 58 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. (150 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. (203 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | DeVille | Sunbeam-Lotus |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |
