1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
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 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | DeVille | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 239 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
