1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Seville (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Seville | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Seville | X5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
