1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1982 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Seville is newer by 19 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 75 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 330 kg more than 1982 Cadillac Seville. 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville, 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1982 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | DeVille | Seville |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4079 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2900 mm |
