2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Seville is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 317 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Because 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Seville. 2005 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac Seville | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Seville | 500 Superfast |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
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 | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |