2008 Acura TL vs. 1968 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 40 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 1968 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 1968 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1968 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | TL | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3300 mm |
