1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1993 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1998 BMW Pickster 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 1998 BMW Pickster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW Pickster has manual transmission. 1998 BMW Pickster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1993 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Pickster | Seville |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
