1957 Buick 40 vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville

To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.

Because 1957 Buick 40 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 1957 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Buick 40 2000 Cadillac Seville
Make Buick Cadillac
Model 40 Seville
Year Released 1957 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 248 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 400 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1795 kg 1745 kg
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2900 mm


 

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