1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 32 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 1 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 10 kg more 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |
