1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 37 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 550 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 1976 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Seville | Boxter |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2475 mm |