1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 48 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 211 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (590 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DeVille | S |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 999 Nm |
| 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 | 2296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
