1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 500 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |