1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1980 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1980 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 21 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, 1980 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1980 Maserati Quattroporte.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1980 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1980 Maserati Quattroporte 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 | 1980 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | 62 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
