1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 228 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Because 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC 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 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. 1998 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Cadillac Seville | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Seville | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 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 | 1748 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |