1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1958 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 987 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Prefect 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 1958 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect. 1999 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Seville | 1958 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2220 mm |
