2005 BMW M3 vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 M3 (337 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M3 | Seville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 304 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |