1973 BMW 3 vs. 1980 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 400 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Because 1973 BMW 3 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 1973 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1973 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1973 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 1980 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 3 | Seville |
Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 6030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |