1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 208.
Because 1989 Ferrari 208 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 1989 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 208. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Cadillac Seville | 1989 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Seville | 208 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 120 L |