1996 BMW M3 vs. 1980 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 258 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
Because 1996 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1980 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M3 | Seville |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |