2002 BMW Formula One vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2002 BMW Formula One is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Formula One (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Formula One should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 BMW Formula One.
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, 2002 BMW Formula One (355 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm). This means 2002 BMW Formula One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Formula One | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Formula One | Seville |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5735 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1890 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 79 L |
