1966 AC Cobra vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 938 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (590 Nm). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | AC | Cadillac |
Model | Cobra | DeVille |
Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 6389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 590 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |