2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Vizon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Vizon weights approximately 156 kg more than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Vizon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. (407 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Vizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Vizon | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Vizon | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
