Ten best Cadillacs in history: photos

Cadillac is one of the oldest car manufacturers, having become part of General Motors in 1909. Many models have become icons because of their design and innovation. Cadillac symbolizes luxury and power because most cars are equipped with large V-8 engines and in some cases even V-16.

Top Speed magazine published a list of the best Cadillacs in history. These models were popular among the rich and celebrities.

1930 Cadillac V-16

This is a luxury car that can be used as a roadster. The V-8 engine has a volume of 7.1 or 7.4 liters. The power is 156 horsepower, and the car accelerates to 100 km/h in 24 seconds.

1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham

The car is equipped with a seven-liter V-8 engine with 180-195 horsepower. Fleetwood Brougham accelerates to 100 km/h in 12.0 seconds. The top speed is 183 km/h. This model has become popular among directors who often use the car in movies.

1959 Cadillac Series 62

The car is equipped with a 6.4-liter OHV V-8 engine with 304-345 horsepower and a top speed of 204 km/h. The Cadillac accelerates to 100 km/h in 11.2 seconds. The car was an icon of luxury and is associated with such famous people as Marilyn Monroe, Al Capone, and even US President Franklin D. Roosevelt.

1965 Cadillac DeVille/Eldorado

Both models were produced with a 7.0-liter V-8 engine, but the DeVille received a larger, 472 V-8 in 1968. As early as 1965, the DeVille/Eldorado had auto-dimming technical headlights. Power – 375 horsepower, top speed – 210 km/h.

1998 Cadillac Seville

The 1998-2004 Seville was more of a "luxury sedan for old people" than a sports luxury sedan, and it began to be appreciated years after production ceased, mainly due to the powerful Northstar V-8 engine. It has 300 horsepower and a top speed of 209 km/h.

2004 Cadillac XLR-V

The two-door sports car was launched in 2003. The interior was covered in leather and decorated with wood. The car is equipped with a 4.4-liter supercharged engine with 443 horsepower and a top speed of 249 km/h.

2004 Cadillac CTS-V

At the beginning of production, the luxury sedan was based on the all-new GM Sigma platform, which was exclusive to Cadillac models with rear-wheel drive. Early models received an LS6 V-8 engine based on the LS1, while later models were equipped with an LS2. The power is 400 horsepower and the top speed is 262 km/h.

2016 Cadillac ATS-V

In 2016, the company made an important step in improving the driving dynamics of its powerful models. Along with the sixth-generation Camaro, the Cadillac ATS was one of the first models to benefit from the new platform, making it the sportiest Cadillac yet. It has 471 horsepower and a top speed of 297 km/h.

2011 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon

With this car, the company introduced its first-ever high-performance wagon. The LSA V-8 engine was based on the LS9 unit of the Corvette C6 ZR-1. Power – 556 horsepower, top speed – 307 km/h.

2022 Cadillac CT5-V BLACKWING

Currently, the Cadillac CT5-V BLACKWING boasts the title of the fastest sedan with a top speed of 336 km/h and 668 horsepower. The car accelerates to 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds.

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