1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 50 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 775 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (260 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | DeVille | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
