1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 29 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Seville | 300 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 6059 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |