1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | S |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3165 mm |