2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1977 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 1977 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1977 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Z4 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
