1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 7 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. (520 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | DeVille | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3160 mm |
