1967 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,952 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1967 Cadillac DeVille. (288 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1967 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 548 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
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:
| 1967 Cadillac DeVille | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | DeVille | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6952 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 110 L |
