1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1959 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1959 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 870 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. 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 70 | 1959 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 70 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 6380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3310 mm |
