2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 441 kg more than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1996 Maserati Ghibli 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 1996 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Seville | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |