1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1956 Maserati 300
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 300 (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1369 kg more than 1956 Maserati 300.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 300 has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 300 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 | 1956 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | 62 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2320 mm |
