1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo 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 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Smart |
| Model | DeVille | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |
