2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ferrari 612 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 2005 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Seville | 612 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 589 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |