1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1954 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1963 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 591 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1954 Daimler Conquest | |
Make | Cadillac | Daimler |
Model | DeVille | Conquest |
Year Released | 1963 | 1954 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 176 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1429 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |