1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 50 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, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 12 kg more than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1962 Cadillac DeVille is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (582 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DeVille | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
