1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1980 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo 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 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (365 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Cadillac Seville | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Seville | 512 BBi Turbo |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 815 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |