1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Daewoo Nubira

To start off, 2003 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 44 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 90 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 964 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. 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, 2003 Daewoo Nubira, 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 2003 Daewoo Nubira
Make Cadillac Daewoo
Model Seville Nubira
Year Released 1959 2003
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 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 1236 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2610 mm


 

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