1972 BMW 2002 vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 900 kg more than 1972 BMW 2002. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 2002 | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 2002 | Seville |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 79 L |