1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 51 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 69 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 800 kg more than 2010 Seat Exeo. 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, 2010 Seat Exeo, 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 2010 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Exeo 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 | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Cadillac | Seat |
Model | Seville | Exeo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1772 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2642 mm |