1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 46 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 203 kg more than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DeVille | Ram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3070 mm |
