1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 1968 Cadillac DeVille is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Cadillac | Saab |
Model | DeVille | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |