1975 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac DeVille. (180 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 345 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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:
| 1975 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DeVille | E |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4913 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2874 mm |
