1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Maybach 57 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 2004 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Cadillac | Maybach |
Model | Seville | 57 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 901 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3400 mm |