1960 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Seville. (211 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 295 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Cadillac Seville (590 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. (378 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. 1960 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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 | 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seville | RPM 7000 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
