1956 Buick 40 vs. 1958 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1958 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac DeVille. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 545 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
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:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1958 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | 40 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3300 mm |
