2008 BMW 550 vs. 1994 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1994 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2008 BMW 550 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 2008 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Cadillac Seville. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1994 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 550 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
