2006 Acura TL vs. 1976 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
Because 1976 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 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL, 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL. 1976 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2006 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 1976 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | TL | Seville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
