2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 306 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 1986 Ferrari Testarossa 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 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Seville. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Seville | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
