1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | DeVille | X6 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2933 mm |