1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 270 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 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | DeVille | Titan |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 522 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 140 L |