1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2002 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 39 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (582 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2002 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | DeVille | Viper |
Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 8275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 712 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 100.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |