1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Maserati Coupe 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 2008 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville. 1983 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Seville | Coupe |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 4242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |