1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 2005 BMW 316 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | 316 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
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 | 1725 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |