1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 382 kg more than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Express |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 117 L |
