1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1995 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 564 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Because 1997 Volkswagen W12 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 1997 Volkswagen W12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | W12 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |