2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 345 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Because 1976 Ferrari 512 BB 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 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Seville | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
