1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 45 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 173 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | DeVille | XTS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
