1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1984 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville. 1984 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Seville | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Seville | 335 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
