1960 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 504 is newer by 37 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 111 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 504. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 504. 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. 1960 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1997 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1997 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1960 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Seville | 504 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
