2004 BMW 745 vs. 1993 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 745 (447 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (393 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1993 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 745 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
