1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 GMC Yukon.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | DeVille | Yukon |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |