2007 BMW 320 vs. 1990 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1990 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 320 | Seville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 81 L |