1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider

To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 720 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider.

Because 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider 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 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1990 Cadillac Seville 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider
Make Cadillac Ferrari
Model Seville 340 Spider
Year Released 1990 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4472 cc 4101 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 6600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 850 kg
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2610 mm