2004 BMW 525 vs. 1995 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 59 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 525 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 2004 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1995 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 525 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
