1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW M6 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 2013 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | M6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2851 mm |
