1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 1995 Xedos 6 is newer by 27 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 122 more horse power than 1995 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1995 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 945 kg more than 1995 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Cadillac DeVille is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6. 1968 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1995 Xedos 6 has manual transmission. 1995 Xedos 6 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 | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Xedos |
| Model | DeVille | 6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
