2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 993 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 TVR Vixen 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 TVR Vixen. 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | Seville | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
