1958 Cadillac Seville vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1973 Mercury Cougar is newer by 15 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 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac Seville (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 191 kg more than 1973 Mercury Cougar. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac Seville | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Seville | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2910 mm |
