1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1965 Maserati Tipo 65
To start off, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 (424 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1965 Maserati Tipo 65.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 has manual transmission. 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 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 | 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | 62 | Tipo 65 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
