1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 824 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 129 L |
