1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (451 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DeVille | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
