1992 BMW M3 vs. 1981 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 BMW M3.
Because 1992 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW M3 | 1981 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M3 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
