1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 35 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 165 kg more than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DeVille | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
