1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2004 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 45 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, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 465 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Maranello.
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.
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1959 Cadillac DeVille | 2004 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | DeVille | Maranello |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6380 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |