1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1965 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1965 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 140 kg more than 1965 Cadillac DeVille.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac DeVille | 1965 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | DeVille | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3300 mm |
