1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 38 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 32 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | DeVille | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 95 L |
