1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 50 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, 1959 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 187 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. 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 | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | DeVille | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |
