1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1963 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 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 182 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | DeVille | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
