2009 BMW 320 vs. 1994 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 15 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 2009 BMW 320. 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 1994 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 320 | Seville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1385 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |