1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Lexus ES
To start off, 1999 Lexus ES is newer by 40 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, 1999 Lexus ES (277 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Seville. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 Lexus ES.
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, 1999 Lexus ES, 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 | 1999 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Seville | ES |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
