1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 308 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.

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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Cadillac Seville 2006 Cadillac CTS
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model Seville CTS
Year Released 1977 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 2786 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 178 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 263 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1592 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 64 L


 

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