1969 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, both 1969 Cadillac DeVille and 1969 Opel GT were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
Because 1969 Opel GT 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 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac DeVille, 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 Cadillac DeVille | 1969 Opel GT | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | DeVille | GT |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 53 L |