1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 43 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | DeVille | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
