1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1979 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Seville is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Seville. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1959 Cadillac DeVille | 1979 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | DeVille | Seville |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2910 mm |
