1968 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1971 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1971 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. Both 1968 Cadillac Brougham and 1971 Cadillac DeVille are equipped with a 7,734 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Brougham (229 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1968 Cadillac Brougham | 1971 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Brougham | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 3310 mm |
