1959 BMW 700 vs. 1989 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Seville is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 906 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 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 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1989 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 700 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4473 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2750 mm |
