1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | 550 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |