1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Aero 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 865 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 765 kg more than 2007 SSC Aero.
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, 2007 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm) has 775 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (582 Nm). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. 1962 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2007 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2007 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2007 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Cadillac | SSC |
| Model | DeVille | Aero |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
