1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DeVille | E |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1735 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
