1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 31 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, 2007 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 2007 Chrysler Sebring, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Seville | Sebring |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |