1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Saab 93 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 750 kg more than 1960 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1960 Saab 93 has manual transmission. 1960 Saab 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Seville | 93 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
