1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT 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 Lincoln MKT (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 48 kg more than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Lincoln MKT, 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKT. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | DeVille | MKT |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
