1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 53 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Seville. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 939 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3310 mm |
