1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1985 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1985 Venturi Coupe is newer by 17 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 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1985 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 850 kg more than 1985 Venturi Coupe. 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 DeVille | 1985 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Venturi |
| Model | DeVille | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
