1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 BMW 118.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Seville | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | 118 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |