1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 267 kg more than 2010 BMW 123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 123 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 2010 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Seville | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | 123 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |