1941 Cadillac 60 vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 1983 Maserati 420 is newer by 42 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 5,672 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420.
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 | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | 60 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5672 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2610 mm |
