1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1961 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 788 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Ford Taunus 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 1961 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 1961 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Taunus |
Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |