1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti 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 2011 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | DeVille | M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2901 mm |
