1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 31 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | R |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5461 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3220 mm |