2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 132 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 456.
Because 1993 Ferrari 456 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 1993 Ferrari 456. 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1993 Ferrari 456 has manual transmission. 1993 Ferrari 456 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 | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Seville | 456 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
