1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville. 1982 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari 512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Seville | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Seville | 512 M |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |