2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 801 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Capri |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
