1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.
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 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | DeVille | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
