1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Holden Calais
To start off, 2011 Holden Calais is newer by 35 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, 2011 Holden Calais (278 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 1976 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Calais. (350 Nm). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Seville | Calais |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
