1972 AMC Matador vs. 1963 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (332 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1963 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Matador | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |
