1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 46 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (582 Nm). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. 1962 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-450 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 | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | DeVille | F-450 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 881 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 4390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 144 L |