2005 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Cadillac Seville

To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 10 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW 330 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 2005 BMW 330. 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330. 1995 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 330 1995 Cadillac Seville
Make BMW Cadillac
Model 330 Seville
Year Released 2005 1995
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2793 cc 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 401 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1745 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2830 mm


 

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