1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 179 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | 525 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |