1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1988 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1988 Cadillac Seville is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 600 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 BMW 2000 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 1968 BMW 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000. 1988 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2000 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 1988 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 2000 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
