1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Mini MK VII
To start off, 1997 Mini MK VII is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville 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 (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Mini MK VII. (96 HP @ 6130 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Mini MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1997 Mini MK VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mini MK VII, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | Seville | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2040 mm |
