1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1975 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Because 1975 Ferrari 308 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 1975 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville. 1986 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 1975 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Seville | 308 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
