1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1994 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Cadillac Seville. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Seville | 550 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.9 mm |
| 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 | 1725 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 114 L |
