2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 498 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ferrari Dino 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 Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Cadillac Seville | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Seville | Dino |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2924 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |