1960 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 41 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 658 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Seville | 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
