1958 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1957 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1958 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac DeVille (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1957 Volkswagen Beetle. (34 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1957 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1331 kg more than 1957 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Cadillac DeVille is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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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1958 Cadillac DeVille | 1957 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | DeVille | Beetle |
Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |