2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 40 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 403 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 263 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Le Mans | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3300 mm |
