1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 62 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2670 mm |
