1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille 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 93 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. 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 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | DeVille | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |
