1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2004 Tata E
To start off, 2004 Tata E is newer by 36 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 80 more horse power than 2004 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 715 kg more than 2004 Tata E. 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 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata E. 1968 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata E has manual transmission. 2004 Tata E 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 | 2004 Tata E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tata |
| Model | DeVille | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
