1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Ford Puma

To start off, 1998 Ford Puma is newer by 39 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 121 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma. 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, 1998 Ford Puma, 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. 1959 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Cadillac Seville 1998 Ford Puma
Make Cadillac Ford
Model Seville Puma
Year Released 1959 1998
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2450 mm


 

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