1960 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 770 kg more than 2005 Maserati MC12.
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:
| 1960 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | DeVille | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
