1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 213 kg more than 2012 BMW 123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 123 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 2012 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante, 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Allante | 123 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
