1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 316 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 2004 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Seville | 316 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
