1960 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 45 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 24 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (187 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX. 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, 2005 Toyota RunX, 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX. 1960 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota RunX 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 | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Seville | RunX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
