1956 BMW 502 vs. 1963 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1963 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 502 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 604 kg more than 1956 BMW 502. 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:
| 1956 BMW 502 | 1963 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 502 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
