1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1961 Porsche 718
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Porsche 718. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Porsche 718 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Porsche 718 (146 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Porsche 718 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1961 Porsche 718.
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. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1961 Porsche 718 has manual transmission. 1961 Porsche 718 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 1961 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Seville | 718 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 52 L |
