1964 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 850 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | DeVille | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
