1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 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 6 more horse power than 2010 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 17 kg more than 2010 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 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 335. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Seville | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | 335 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |