1960 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1972 Triumph TR6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Seville (211 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1972 Triumph TR6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Cadillac Seville (590 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Seville | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
Model | Seville | TR6 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 194 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |