1960 Cadillac Seville vs. 1944 Maserati 4
To start off, 1960 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Maserati 4 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Seville. (211 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Maserati 4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1944 Maserati 4.
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. 1960 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1944 Maserati 4 has manual transmission. 1944 Maserati 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1960 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Seville | 1944 Maserati 4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | Seville | 4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
