1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 40 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 120 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 1968 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | DeVille | Ducato |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |