1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 245 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1991 Ferrari Mondial 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 1991 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. 1997 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Seville | Mondial |
Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |