1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1960 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac DeVille.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1960 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Fleetwood | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |
