1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 39 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 88 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | DeVille | Sentra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |