1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 14 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 23 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (205 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 470 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DeVille | 380 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |