2007 BMW M5 vs. 1989 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac DeVille, 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 1989 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M5 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
