1969 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, both 1969 Cadillac DeVille and 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 250 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.

Because 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Cadillac Pontiac
Model DeVille Grand Prix
Year Released 1969 1969
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7734 cc 7460 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 228 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2055 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 5350 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 59 L