2005 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 12 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 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 BMW 525. 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1993 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 525 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4915 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 1490 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
