1941 Cadillac 60 vs. 1959 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1959 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 286 kg more than 1941 Cadillac 60. 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:
| 1941 Cadillac 60 | 1959 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | 60 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5672 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3310 mm |
