1960 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Seville. (211 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | XC70 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |