1958 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1958 DKW 600
To start off, both 1958 Cadillac Sixty and 1958 DKW 600 were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac Sixty (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1958 DKW 600. (30 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW 600.
Because 1958 Cadillac Sixty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Cadillac Sixty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 DKW 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1958 Cadillac Sixty | 1958 DKW 600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DKW |
| Model | Sixty | 600 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
