1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 909 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 273 kg more than 2006 SSC Aero.
Because 2006 SSC Aero 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 2006 SSC Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1032 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Seville. 1989 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2006 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Cadillac | SSC |
| Model | Seville | Aero |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
