1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 17 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1994 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Alpina |
Model | Seville | B7 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |