1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 42 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 131 kg more than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | DeVille | SRX |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 342 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1889 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |