2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 473 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden Belmont 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 1969 Holden Belmont. 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 (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Seville | Belmont |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |