1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 17 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 120 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | 120 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
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 | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |