2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 970 kg more than 2004 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Seville | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
