1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (440 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DeVille | Viano |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
