1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 16 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 444 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 325 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 2011 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Seville | 325 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
