1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 51 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (541 HP) has 343 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 321 kg more than 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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 | 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 541 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1877 mm |
