1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1955 Citroen 15
To start off, 1963 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 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 122 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 695 kg more than 1955 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 15, 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1955 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DeVille | 15 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3100 mm |
