1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 9 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 37 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | DeVille | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3230 mm |