1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 53 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 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 599 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DeVille | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1809 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2604 mm |
