1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1997 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 815 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 1602 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 1975 BMW 1602. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1997 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 1602 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
