1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne 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 161 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne 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 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Seville | 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Biscayne |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
