1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 157 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 392 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Seville | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | SC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
