1958 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 32 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 81 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 915 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Cadillac Seville 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 Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Cadillac Seville | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Seville | 6000 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |