1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 704 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.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (582 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 98 L |
