1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 36 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac DeVille | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
