1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Eldorado | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
