2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 7,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler 300 (370 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Chrysler 300 (651 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm). This means 1970 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1970 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Seville | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 7209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 370 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
