1990 BMW 316 vs. 1959 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Seville (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1959 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1959 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 316 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3310 mm |
