2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1968 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 773 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (712 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 1968 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | V Sixteen | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3300 mm |
