1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 144 kg more than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Because 2010 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | DeVille | 300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
