1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1981 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1981 Maserati Merak is newer by 22 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 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1981 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 790 kg more than 1981 Maserati Merak. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1981 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | DeVille | Merak |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
