1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1958 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1958 Maserati 350S.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 350S has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 350S 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.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 1958 Maserati 350S | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | 62 | 350S |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2330 mm |