1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Mini Cooper

To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 29 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 685 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. 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, 2005 Mini Cooper, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper. 1976 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2005 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Cadillac Seville 2005 Mini Cooper
Make Cadillac Mini
Model Seville Cooper
Year Released 1976 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5734 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 77.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 85.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 3660 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 50 L


 

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