1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 23 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | Seville | FX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2885 mm |