1985 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1985 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. (272 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac DeVille | 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | DeVille | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
