1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1955 Maserati 250
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Maserati 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Maserati 250 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Maserati 250 (267 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1955 Maserati 250.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1955 Maserati 250 has manual transmission. 1955 Maserati 250 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 | 1955 Maserati 250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | 62 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 670 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2290 mm |
