2006 BMW 760 vs. 1976 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1976 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 760 | 1976 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 760 | Seville |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |