1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1985 Cadillac Seville is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura 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 95 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 TVR Grantura 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 1960 TVR Grantura. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura. 1985 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1960 TVR Grantura has manual transmission. 1960 TVR Grantura 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 | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | Seville | Grantura |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2140 mm |
