1957 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac 62 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | 62 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3210 mm |
