1990 BMW 518 vs. 1988 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 518 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 1990 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518. 1988 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 518 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 518 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 1988 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 518 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
