1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Cadillac Seville. 1977 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | Seville | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 88 L |
