1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 592 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante, 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Allante | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Allante | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3070 mm |