1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Seville | 118 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 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 | 1560 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
