1958 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 42 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 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Seville. (189 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Seville.
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. 1958 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Seville | Viper |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 7999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 450 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
