1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1963 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 720 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DeVille | 220 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |