1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1958 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Seville. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 659 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1958 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Catera | Seville |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
