2000 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 5 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 325 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 2000 BMW 325. 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 (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 1995 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 325 | Seville |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |