1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 31 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1990 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1990 Maserati Shamal 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 | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | 62 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 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 | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |