1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1970 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1988 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford 12 M 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 1970 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 1970 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 1305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
