1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 45 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, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 490 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. (523 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | DeVille | Mark LT |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 523 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 105.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 114 L |