1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 2009 BMW 120 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | 120 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 51 L |