1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1967 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1967 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 687 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 1967 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 90 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 82 L |
