1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 18 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1994 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1151 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 2012 Maybach 62 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 2012 Maybach 62. 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Cadillac | Maybach |
Model | Seville | 62 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |