1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 684 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 Volkswagen 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | 411 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |