2001 Acura CL vs. 1963 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Acura CL.
Because 1963 Cadillac DeVille 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 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL, 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 1963 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | CL | DeVille |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 582 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |