1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 46 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2005 Maserati Spyder.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati Spyder 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 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | 62 | Spyder |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |