1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, 2001 BMW Z8 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,671 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 BMW Z8.
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:
| 1942 Cadillac 60 | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 60 | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5671 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2580 mm |
