2001 Buick Regal vs. 1959 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2001 Buick Regal is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Seville (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 640 kg more than 2001 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Seville 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 1959 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Regal | 1959 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Regal | Seville |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3310 mm |
