1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 1958 Maserati 420M
To start off, 1959 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 420M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 420M would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 420M (405 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Seville. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 420M should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1958 Maserati 420M.
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 Seville | 1958 Maserati 420M | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | Seville | 420M |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
