1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1954 Maserati A6G
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Maserati A6G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Maserati A6G would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Maserati A6G. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1954 Maserati A6G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1954 Maserati A6G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1954 Maserati A6G has manual transmission. 1954 Maserati A6G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1954 Maserati A6G | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | 62 | A6G |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2320 mm |
