1965 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1968 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1968 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac Sixty. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Cadillac DeVille.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Sixty | 1968 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Sixty | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |
