2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
Because 1958 Maserati 450 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 1958 Maserati 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Seville. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | Seville | 450 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
