1951 BMW 340 vs. 1957 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1957 Cadillac 62 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 BMW 340 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1951 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1951 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 754 kg more than 1951 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:
| 1951 BMW 340 | 1957 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 340 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3290 mm |
