1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 549 kg more than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | DeVille | 6 series |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2968 mm |