1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 28 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, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 306 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Ford GT | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | GT |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |