1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Because 1963 Cadillac DeVille is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | DeVille | Highlander |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 336 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 73 L |