1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 147 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.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (699 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (582 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DeVille | S |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 2205 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 | 95 L | 90 L |
