1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 59 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, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 BMW M3.
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. 1954 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2013 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 62 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2761 mm |
