1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 2009 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 67 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, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2009 BMW 630.
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. 2009 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1942 Cadillac 60 has manual transmission. 1942 Cadillac 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Cadillac 60 | 2009 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 60 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5671 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2790 mm |
