| Ok, the official line?
Its cheaper to build and it places the weight over the drive wheels, which increases traction in the snow. Other than that, there is no reason for it.
Why did Cadillac switch? Because they once shared their chassis with the bread and butter GM car's. For too many years, Cadillac was just the next step above Buick and/or Oldsmobile. The same car's, different body style.
GM seems to have been awakened from it's long sleep. Only time will tell though. Ford and Chrysler also once looked awakened. |