2009 Audi TT vs. 1958 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Seville. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 1958 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 1958 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT, 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.
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2009 Audi TT | 1958 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | TT | Seville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3300 mm |