1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1997 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1997 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 34 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 60 more horse power than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 400 kg more than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1997 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
