1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1989 Cadillac Seville
To start off, both 1989 BMW Z1 and 1989 Cadillac Seville were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 316 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1.
Because 1989 BMW Z1 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 1989 BMW Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1. 1989 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1989 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1989 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1989 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | Z1 | Seville |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |