1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 50 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (434 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 135 kg more than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | 62 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |
