1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 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 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Seville | 335 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
