2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 629 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Maserati 420 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 Maserati 420. 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 420. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1986 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1986 Maserati 420 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.
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2004 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Seville | 420 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |