2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 BMW 330

To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 227 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 330 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 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Cadillac Seville 2007 BMW 330
Make Cadillac BMW
Model Seville 330
Year Released 2000 2007
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 290 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 17.0:1
Top Speed 241 km/hour 245 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1827 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 61 L


 

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