1958 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1970 Cadillac Calais is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Seville. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 149 kg more than 1970 Cadillac Calais.
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1958 Cadillac Seville | 1970 Cadillac Calais | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Seville | Calais |
Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 7734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3300 mm |