1960 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 25 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 121 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Cadillac Seville (590 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Seville | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 179 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |