1957 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 56 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, 1957 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 379 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer significantly more control. 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.
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1957 Cadillac 62 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | 62 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5424 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2760 mm |