2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 377 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1970 Pontiac Firebird 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 1970 Pontiac Firebird. 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.
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2000 Cadillac Seville | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Seville | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |