1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1982 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Seville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Because 1974 BMW 2.8 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 1974 BMW 2.8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1982 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 2.8 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 4079 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
