1958 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. 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 59 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 902 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. 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:
| 1958 Cadillac Sixty | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sixty | Starfire |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2470 mm |
