1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 49 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, 2012 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 595 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 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (779 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (582 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | X6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 85 L |
