1973 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 666 kg more than 2000 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 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 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 | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
