2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 298 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1971 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1971 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1529 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
