2008 BMW 760 vs. 2003 Cadillac Seville

To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 BMW 760 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 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 760 2003 Cadillac Seville
Make BMW Cadillac
Model 760 Seville
Year Released 2008 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 440 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2105 kg 1806 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 70 L


 

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