1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1958 Maserati 420M
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 3 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 420M (405 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 420M should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1405 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.
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1961 Cadillac Sixty | 1958 Maserati 420M | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Sixty | 420M |
Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 760 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |