1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 44 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DeVille | SL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
