1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 599 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | DeVille | Escalade |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
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 | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 565 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 117 L |