1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1971 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon 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 171 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 404 kg more than 1971 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford Falcon 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 1971 Ford Falcon. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 1971 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Falcon |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |