1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1996 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1996 Ford Taurus is newer by 33 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, 1996 Ford Taurus (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 428 kg more than 1996 Ford Taurus.
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, 1996 Ford Taurus, 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Taurus. (312 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1996 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | DeVille | Taurus |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 312 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |