1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 33 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | Seville | QX56 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 106 L |