1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 387 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ferrari 308 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 1974 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308. 1999 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Seville | 1974 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Seville | 308 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
