1958 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS 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 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Seville. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Seville | LS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3100 mm |
