1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 26 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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 (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | S |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |