1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2005 Jensen SV-8 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 2005 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville. 1988 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2005 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | Seville | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
