1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 44 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 160 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.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (582 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DeVille | S |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |
