1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 208 kg more than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | DeVille | M |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |
