1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 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, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 730 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 730. 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Seville | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | 730 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |