1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Rover P5B

To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Rover P5B 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 1970 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Cadillac Seville 1970 Rover P5B
Make Cadillac Rover
Model Seville P5B
Year Released 1987 1970
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Size 4129 cc 3527 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2820 mm