2003 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 6 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 1997 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 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:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1997 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
