1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 26 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 116. 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Seville | 116 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| 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 | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1340 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 |
