2009 BMW 320 vs. 1959 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Seville (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 675 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1959 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 320 | Seville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
