1958 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 50 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Seville. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 211 kg more than 1958 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Seville | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
