1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.

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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Cadillac Seville 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Cadillac Mercedes-Benz
Model Seville C
Year Released 1977 2008
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 178 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 68.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 62 L