2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 84 kg more than 2010 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 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 2010 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328. 2001 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Seville | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Seville | 328 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
