1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 15 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
