2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 12 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 2012 BMW 120. 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) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Seville | 120 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
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 | 301 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |