2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 11 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 108 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
Because 2011 BMW 320 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 2011 BMW 320. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 320. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2011 BMW 320 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | 320 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |