1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 51 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 202 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (353 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DeVille | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
