1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 68 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, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 60.
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 | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 60 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5671 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2810 mm |
