1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1970 Italdesign Tapiro
To start off, 1970 Italdesign Tapiro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille 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 11 more horse power than 1970 Italdesign Tapiro. (217 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1970 Italdesign Tapiro.
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. 1968 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1970 Italdesign Tapiro has manual transmission. 1970 Italdesign Tapiro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1970 Italdesign Tapiro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Italdesign |
| Model | DeVille | Tapiro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
