2003 BMW X5 vs. 1979 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Seville. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1979 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Seville. (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 1979 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | X5 | Seville |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |