1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Seville (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seville | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Starlet |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |