1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 41 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Seville. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso 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. 1959 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2000 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2000 SsangYong Musso 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 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | Seville | Musso |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
