1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1968 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown 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 162 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 805 kg more than 1952 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | DeVille | Renown |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |
