1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 420 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Maserati Quattroporte 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 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | Seville | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |
