1960 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 48 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 57 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 75 kg more than 1960 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (400 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | G |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 400 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 96 L |