2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 415 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 1966 Ford Zephyr. 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) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (235 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
