2001 BMW M vs. 1997 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Because 2001 BMW M 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 2001 BMW M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 1997 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1997 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M | Seville |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
