1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 46 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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 608 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 840 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (582 Nm). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Cadillac | Koenigsegg |
Model | DeVille | CCX |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 919 Nm |
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 | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |