2007 BMW 328 vs. 1989 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac DeVille.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1989 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1989 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 328 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
