1961 AC Cobra vs. 1958 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1961 AC Cobra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac DeVille. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
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:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1958 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Cobra | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3300 mm |
