2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Because 2009 Ferrari F430 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 2009 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Seville | F430 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
