1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2007 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Seville | LS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3100 mm |
