1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | 300D |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3160 mm |
