1960 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2012 Holden Cruze is newer by 52 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) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Holden Cruze. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Cruze.
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, 2012 Holden Cruze, 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Cruze. (360 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Cruze. 1960 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2012 Holden Cruze 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 | 2012 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Seville | Cruze |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 590 Nm | 360 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1477 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2685 mm |