1992 BMW 545 vs. 1980 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1992 BMW 545 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 BMW 545.
Because 1992 BMW 545 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 1992 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 545 | 1980 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 545 | Seville |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |