2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 53 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1955 Daimler One-O-Four 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 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
Make | Cadillac | Daimler |
Model | Seville | One-O-Four |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |