1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 44 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 26 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 415 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 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 2012 BMW X1. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | X1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
