1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 BMW 123.
Because 2012 BMW 123 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 2012 BMW 123. 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | 123 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |