1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 54 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 211 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
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 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DeVille | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3052 mm |
