1957 BMW 600 vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1962 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 600 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3300 mm |
