1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1985 Cadillac Seville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 94 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Rover P5 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 1958 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5. 1985 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Cadillac Seville | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | Seville | P5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |