1941 Cadillac 61 vs. 1957 Maserati 250
To start off, 1957 Maserati 250 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 61 would be higher. At 5,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 250 (193 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 61. (124 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 61. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 61 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1957 Maserati 250.
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 61 | 1957 Maserati 250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | 61 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5276 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 660 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2160 mm |
