1949 BMW 340 vs. 1942 Cadillac 60
To start off, 1949 BMW 340 is newer by 7 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, 1942 Cadillac 60 (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Cadillac 60 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 1942 Cadillac 60 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 340 | 60 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3230 mm |
