1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari F355 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 1996 Ferrari F355. 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 (393 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Seville | F355 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
