1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1960 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Calais is newer by 9 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 35 kg more than 1969 Cadillac Calais.
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:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1960 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Calais | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3310 mm |
