1958 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Seville. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2007 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| 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 | 4440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |
