2007 BMW M5 vs. 1993 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 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 303 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 1993 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M5 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 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 | 1610 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 |
