1996 BMW 540 vs. 1984 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 540 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 1996 BMW 540. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1984 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 540 | Seville |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4080 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |