2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
Model | CTS-V | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 94 L |