1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1963 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1987 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 582 kg more than 1963 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Taunus 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 1963 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 1963 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
