1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 22 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 70 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 435 kg more than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1984 Lincoln Mark VII | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | DeVille | Mark VII |
Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 346 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 | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |