1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1995 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 1 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 99 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 509 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW Z3 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 Z3. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1995 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Z3 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
