1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | E |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 630 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |