1958 BMW 600 vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1958 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 600 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2890 mm |
