1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1969 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, both 1969 Austin Maxi and 1969 Cadillac DeVille were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,954 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac DeVille (288 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1969 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin Maxi, 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.
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1969 Austin Maxi | 1969 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | Maxi | DeVille |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 6954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |