1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 17 kg more than 2011 Ferrari California.
Because 2011 Ferrari California 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 2011 Ferrari California. 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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Seville. 1999 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari California 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 | 2011 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Seville | California |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 483 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 | 1752 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
