1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille.
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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | DeVille | 350Z |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 358 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |