1967 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, both 1967 Cadillac DeVille and 1967 Ford GT 40 were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1967 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1967 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1967 Ford GT 40 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 1967 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac DeVille, 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:
| 1967 Cadillac DeVille | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 125 L |
