1973 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1973 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 835 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
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:
| 1973 Cadillac DeVille | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
