1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 11 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2004 TVR Speed 12 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 2004 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2004 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2004 TVR Speed 12 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 | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | Seville | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 791 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
