2002 BMW 318 vs. 1992 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 318 | 1992 Cadillac Brougham | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 318 | Brougham |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |