1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | DeVille | 120 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
