2005 BMW 740 vs. 1984 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1984 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2005 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 1984 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 740 | Seville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4080 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |