1975 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1960 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1975 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 15 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Seville (211 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac DeVille. (180 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 90 kg more than 1960 Cadillac Seville.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac DeVille | 1960 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | DeVille | Seville |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3310 mm |
