1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 318 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 318. 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 (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | 318 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |