1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 443 kg more than 1951 Cadillac 62. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | 62 | 750 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3211 mm |