1965 Buick Electra vs. 1959 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1965 Buick Electra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Electra (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Buick Electra.
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:
| 1965 Buick Electra | 1959 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3310 mm |
