1958 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 51 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Seville. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 25 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 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seville | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
